The Ministry of Transport, Civil Aviation, and National Meteorology, in collaboration with port stakeholders, is spearheading the 5th edition of the tripartite forum for Central African Republic (CAR)–Chad–Cameroon, focusing on streamlining goods transit through Cameroonian ports. The opening ceremony, held on Monday, May 11, 2026, in N’Djamena, was led by the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation, Fatima Goukouni Weddeye.

Scheduled from May 11 to 13, 2026, this forum serves as a pivotal platform for fostering economic cooperation among Chad, the Central African Republic, and Cameroon. It aims to address critical challenges in trade facilitation and regional connectivity.

key discussions and commitments

Addressing the audience, Cameroon’s Minister of Transport, Jean Ernest Masséna Ngallé Bibéhè, commended the unwavering dedication of the three nations’ top leadership. He emphasized the vital role Cameroonian port infrastructure plays for both CAR and Chad, highlighting the deep-rooted geographical and historical solidarity among these countries.

« The momentum generated by our three countries is promising and will only grow stronger, » he stated, while also advocating for the release of a Cameroonian driver detained in Chad, urging resolution through a spirit of fraternity.

Minister Fatima Goukouni Weddeye officially inaugurated the event, underscoring the forum’s strategic importance for landlocked nations. « For Chad and CAR, both reliant on Cameroonian ports, the efficiency of the Douala and Kribi corridors directly impacts market supply chains, logistics cost management, and the competitiveness of our economies, » she noted.

collaborative solutions for smoother transit

Over three days, delegates from public and private sectors will engage in discussions, sharing best practices and proposing actionable solutions to enhance transit efficiency, cut logistics expenses, and bolster regional economic integration.